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Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited’s Metnet 60G unlicensed mmWave wireless solution is now live in Bath. It comprises self-organising mesh radios across the centre of Bath, and will deliver up to 12Gbps per radio.

Cambridge Communication Systems announced the launch of a 5G testbed in the English city of Bath to provide VR and AR applications for local tourism. The city network uses the company's Metnet mmWave backhaul platform, which can deliver up to 12 Gbps per radio, in the unlicensed 60 GHz band.

This October brings two opportunities to meet with the CCS team! We'll be attending the Facebook TIP (Telecom Infra Project) Summit in London on 16th & 17th October 2018 and, later this month, we're heading to Berlin for Broadband World Forum (October 23rd - 25th 2018)

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) announced that telecoms infrastructure supplier Ontix has joined the Lead Customer Programme for the introduction of the CCS Metnet 12 Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave access and backhaul platform. Ontix will launch proof of concept activities in central London in Q4 2018.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited is pleased to announce that telecoms infrastructure provider Ontix has joined CCS’s Lead Customer Program for the introduction of the CCS Metnet 12Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave access and backhaul solution. Ontix will begin Proof of Concept activities in central London from Q4 this year.

CCS CEO Steve Greaves will be an invited guest speaker at the 4th Annual UK Wide Infrastructure Investment Showcase in London on Wednesday October 31 2018. The roundtable discussion, “Digital Telecoms: wireless and wireline” will take place from 13:45 – 14:45 (#UKWII2018).

Ofcom has published a five-year plan for fixed wireless adoption in the UK. Essentially the UK regulator has come round to the idea that it’s necessary to treat all those little bits and bobs of spectrum, used mostly for fixed point to point applications, as a valuable resource to be managed to do the most good, rather than be viewed as almost marginal, niche cases which have to be carefully controlled. In addition it looks to high frequency public spectrum as being a critical part of the next generation, 5G-led wireless ecosystem too.

CCS Metnet is providing neutral host microwave backhaul for a new ultra-fast, next-generation wireless network in the Square Mile – the world’s number one financial centre. The ambitious project – which includes the single biggest Wi-Fi investment in the City to date – was delivered in a fast and seamless deployment, and is now providing high-speed, high-performance wireless services to businesses, residents and visitors across London’s iconic business hub.

Steve Greaves senses real change in the air, especially at 60 GHz. At last, he says, small cell networks are poised to make their mark, thanks mostly to a heady mix of regulatory change and huge advances in signal processing technology.

The backhaul star of the show was CCS, who won an award for their urban streetpole mounted mesh network deployed in Central London. They have developed a 60GHz version that handles up to four sectors with a total throughput of 12Gbps. This is undergoing trials with a small number of operators in US, Europe and Asia. Their platform is based on BluWireless 60GHz technology, who were separately exhibiting with two parallel links carrying multi-Gbps channels without being affected by interference.

Steve Greaves, CEO, explained how this huge bandwidth can be split to support multiple network slices, each for a different application or network operator.

Cambridge Communications Systems (CCS) highlighted completion of the first phase of the deployment of its Metnet microwave backhaul solution in the City of London, enabling the launch of a CTIL-backed small-cell network delivering improved 4G coverage and capacity.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) has confirmed the completion and live launch of a next-generation, small cell network in London's Square Mile. Neutral host backhaul for the new high-speed wireless network is provided by the CCS Metnet 12 Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave backhaul platform.

Cambridge Communication Systems has announced the roll-out of what it refers to as “a next-generation” small cell network in London’s Square Mile. The system includes neutral host, self-organising, 5G microwave backhaul provided by CCS Metnet.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) says the first phase of a "next-generation" 4G small cell network in London's Square Mile has been completed, a project that saw the use of CCS Metnet's neutral host microwave backhaul. The project was overseen by CTIL, which worked in partnership with Telefónica UK Ltd. (O2).

CCS is pleased to be returning to SCWS World in London from May 21st - 23rd 2018. Visitors to the CCS stand will be able to meet with our senior team and explore up-close our Metnet SON multipoint solution in the 24/26/28GHz area-based licensed bands, plus our new Metnet 12Gbps 60GHz 3D SON™ mmWave access and backhaul system.

We're delighted to confirm that CCS will be exhibiting at Wi-Fi NOW USA in San Francisco from May 15th -17th 2018. We'll be on-hand at the show to demonstrate our Metnet SON multipoint solution in the 24/26/28GHz area-based licensed bands, plus our new Metnet 12Gbps 60GHz 3D SON™ mmWave access and backhaul system.

If you'd like to set up a meeting with the CCS team at the show, please just get in touch via the form below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Layered Realities is a demo of "5G experiences" taking place in the UK this weekend. If reality is layered, then so is the technology stack....The WiFi and LTE access points are being backhauled by CCS’ MetNet 26GHz self organising mesh units. All the fibre connects into the lab at the University hosting a Nokia packet core and Bristol University’s own cloud infrastructure and edge server.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) has joined the race to get commercial millimetre wave (mmWave) solutions to market for 5G. The company has launched the Metnet 12Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave access and backhaul solution.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited is delighted to announce that its innovative Metnet technology is providing superfast wireless backhaul for the 5G Smart Tourism testbed to be delivered in Bath and Bristol. The news follows the UK government’s announcement of a £5M competition award to a successful consortium bid led by the West of England Combined Authority. CCS’ Metnet 12Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave backhaul solution will power enhanced visual experiences for tourists using Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology in major attractions in Bath and Bristol, including the Roman Baths and Millennium Square.

Successful bid by West of England Combined Authority consortium will see superfast 5G wireless services deployed across Bristol and Bath

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited is delighted to announce that its innovative Metnet technology is providing superfast wireless backhaul for the 5G Smart Tourism testbed to be delivered in Bath and Bristol. The news follows the UK government’s announcement of a £5M competition award to a successful consortium bid led by the West of England Combined Authority. CCS’ Metnet 12Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave backhaul solution will power enhanced visual experiences for tourists using Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology in major attractions in Bath and Bristol, including the Roman Baths and Millennium Square.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) said that its Metnet 12 Gbps unlicensed 60Ghz mmWave backhaul platform has been selected to deliver superfast wireless backhaul for the 5G Smart Tourism testbed to be delivered in Bath and Bristol, led by the West of England Combined Authority.

5G dominated this year’s event, where major operators and vendors vied for position as the fastest, most prepared and technically advanced.

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Small Cell Backhaul

By far the star of this section of the show was CCS latest product, a 60GHz mesh backhaul system. Building on the system design of their existing 30GHz mesh backhaul which we reported in action in the City of London, it uses chunks of 2GHz bandwidth within the 14GHz available in that unlicensed segment. With a 300 degree field of view, four separate transceivers each capable of 3 to 4 Gbps, each node can handle some 12 Gbps. CCS cleverly select which frequency to use – the lower half of the spectrum gets absorbed by water which helps restrict range and supports more frequent reuse while the upper half achieves longer range. Hundreds of metres are quite feasible which is perfectly adequate in the dense urban environments it is designed for.

Cambridge Communication Systems, the self-organising mesh backhaul company released details of its Metnet 12Gbps access and backhaul unit, operating in the 60GHz band. “This is the first product release within our new Software-Defined Network architecture,” said CEO Steve Greaves.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) has launched its new Metnet 12Gbps unlicensed 60GHz mmWave access and backhaul platform. This multi-point system is the first element in CCS's new software-defined Mesh network architecture.

CCS’ Metnet 28 GHz self-organising microwave backhaul helped to deliver a stunning New Year celebration display at the Coca-Cola London Eye on New Year’s Eve. Leveraging the Metnet system already powering its high-speed WiFi services on the wheel, Merlin Entertainments was able to – for the first time – directly stream live control to the lights, enabling perfect timing synchronisation of lights, music and fireworks. Previously, a program would have to be uploaded earlier in the day with the hope that the program would trigger at the correct points in the show. This would often result in the lights being a few seconds out of sync. With Metnet, the result was truly spectacular – with none of the noticeable delays or timing lags usually seen at large event displays. Enjoy the amazing River Thames show here:

I visited the City of London, the 1 square mile central business district within the metropolis dominated by international finance and big business. The governing body recently awarded a concession that provides free public Wi-Fi in return for street level small cell sites. Services have been launched after only 28 weeks. I spoke with both City officials and the project manager to appreciate the benefits to all involved.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) confirmed that its Metnet platform has been selected to provide neutral host backhaul for the new ultrafast wireless network being deployed to serve the Square Mile in London.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited announces that its Metnet solution has been selected to provide neutral host backhaul for a new, ultra-fast next-generation wireless network being deployed to serve the businesses, residents and visitors of the Square Mile in London.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited has announced that its Metnet solution has been selected to provide neutral host backhaul for a new, ultra-fast wireless network being deployed to serve the businesses, residents and visitors of the Square Mile in London.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited today announces that it has joined the ADTRAN Mosaic Open Network Alliance and completed a global reseller agreement that will enable ADTRAN to provide CCS’ pioneering wireless solution to address backhaul and access opportunities across multiple markets worldwide. These developments in the companies’ relationship are effective immediately and demonstrate their shared vision on open and disaggregated networks.

Telefónica has debuted its mmWave spectrum to power a large-scale commercial Wi-Fi deployment in the City of London.

The service, publicly announced in April, is now live for users. Its O2 UK opco worked with Cornerstone Technology Infrastructure Ltd (CTIL), its joint venture with Vodafone, and City of London authorities to roll out 150 access points in street furniture in the UK capital’s main financial hub.

The City of London Corporation has launched its new gigabit Wi-Fi network, serving residents, workers and visitors to the Square Mile.

According to the corporation, the system will provide the fastest free Wi-Fi in the UK, with user speeds ranging from 50 to 180 megabits per second. This is up to ten times faster than that which has previously been available across the City of London.

CCS is providing the neutral host backhaul for a game-changing WiFi and small cells network launched today in the City of London. The network is built on CCS Metnet – the world’s only self-organising 5G microwave backhaul – operating in the licensed area-based 28GHz band. The service will deliver the fastest free WiFi network in the UK to visitors and workers in the Square Mile. For more information, please read the full service launch announcement issued by City of London here

CCS will be exhibiting and speaking at SCWS Americas in San Jose from 5th - 6th December 2017.

CCS is proud to be a Gold Sponsor at the event, and CEO Steve Greaves will be delivering an exclusive conference presentation to delegates from the main stage during the event (Tuesday 5th December, 15:45-16:10, "Deployment of a next generation public WiFi and LTE small cell network in London’s Square Mile").

UK wireless operator O2 has selected Cambridge Communication Systems to provide the backhaul for the new Wi-Fi system serving the Coca-Cola London Eye, a high-profile, cantilevered observation wheel. A Metnet self-organizing network (SON) microwave backhaul will provide backhaul connections to the tourist attraction’s thirty-two closed capsules as the rotate above the London skyline.

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited today announces that it is providing backhaul for the Coca-Cola London Eye’s new Wifi service, which enables customers to access high-speed internet and new interactive applications while riding in the popular London observation wheel. CCS’s Metnet 28GHz self-organising microwave backhaul was selected by O2, which is delivering the Wifi service on behalf of Merlin Entertainments – the largest European entertainments company operating in Europe. - Total Telecom

With the rapid growth of mobile operator networks and the emergence of network sharing as a cost-effective expansion strategy, the independent macro tower market has boomed. Owner-operator tower companies worldwide today manage substantial portfolios of passive “steel and grass” infrastructure assets ripe for monetisation. Now, as small-cell deployments begin to gather pace – and with site acquisition still one of the biggest challenges – tower companies are beginning to capitalize by supplying the active infrastructure to support next-generation service delivery.

Residents, employees and visitors to the City of London will be able to use a new world-class wireless network this year as proposals to expand free Wi-Fi and improve mobile coverage across the Square Mile have been given the green light.

A new network will replace the current free Wi-Fi service provided by the Cloud. State of the art equipment will provide gigabit speeds and see users able to enjoy high bandwidth services like video on demand over free City Wi-Fi for the first time. The service will surpass that found in the world’s other major international financial centre – New York.

Urban small cells deployed at street level are the next logical step to meet growing data traffic demand in city centres. Practical solutions need to be quick and easy to install, adapt seamlessly with tactical evolution and be resilient during outages. SoftBank installed CCS Metnet self-organising microwave backhaul in the challenging metropolis of Tokyo, delivering valuable insight into the behaviour of 5G microwave.

Martin Harriman, one of the industry’s most experienced telecoms entrepreneurs and executives, has been appointed to the board of Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited, the company announces today.

Martin Harriman, one of the industry’s most experienced telecoms entrepreneurs and executives, has been appointed to the board of Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) Limited, the company announces today.

FiberTower said Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS) has delivered to it the CCS Metnet, an FCC-certified 24 GHz small cells and 5G backhaul solution that is ready for immediate deployment - Fierce Telecom

Cambridge Communication Systems (CCS), a multipoint-to-multipoint wireless backhaul and transport systems provider, and FiberTower, the leading developer of licensed wide-area millimeter wave service solutions, today announced that FiberTower has received the CCS Metnet system which is intended for immediate deployment.

A range of flexible options for how mobile operators meet the challenge of achieving accurate small cell network timing synchronisation are outlined in a new whitepaper from CCS entitled “Enhancing Small Cell Performance with Synchronised Backhaul”.

CCS has signed a global value-added reseller (VAR) agreement with Ericsson. The agreement will give Ericsson customers access to CCS’ Metnet, the world’s first self-organising small cell microwave backhaul system, and helps CCS reach new markets across the globe.

CCS has adapted its Metnet self-organising backhaul solution to host a small cell within a single, compact design. Designed to speed up deployment, the integrated unit will help mobile operators with the process of site acquisition. It will be shown for the first time at the CCS stand (7B67) at MWC 2016.

Realising the full potential of smart cities is currently hampered by a disconnect between the visionaries and practical deployment issues for small cells down on the street. Read Steve Greave's article in M2M Now on the current issues holding things back.

Our CEO Steve Greaves recently spoke to RCR Wireless News at Small Cells Americas in Dallas about our small cell backhaul solution and current deployment challenges in the market. Watch the video interview here.

Managing customer experience is a complex task, with an ever-increasing number of variables to consider. But perhaps the most frustrating things for users these days is when you can’t do the very things that mobile operators are selling the latest and greatest handsets for – access the internet, download files and make video calls – when you’re on the move in busy urban areas that in theory at least, should offer the best mobile coverage and fastest speeds.

Five years ago, CEO Steve Greaves and CTO John Porter founded CCS. To mark the occasion, we’ve pulled out a few photos from the archives of the team celebrating some key milestones in the early days of the system’s development.

Urban small cells, especially LTE ones, need tight timing synchronisation to ensure they work well together with the macrocell layer. GPS is a popular method but may not be entirely reliable in urban canyons. ThinkSmallCell look at alternative ways around the problem with insights from CCS.

To meet the ever-rising demand for mobile data services operators are planning a radical change in the way mobile networks are built. Cambridge-based wireless infrastructure company CCS is in the right place at the right time.

CCS is proud to announce that we won a Cambridge News Top Innovations 2014 award for our pioneering self-organising small cell microwave backhaul system. The awards honour the five most innovative inventions that have gone public over the last year from Cambridge companies across a wide variety of sectors, including the technical, medical and digital fields.

Wangfujing Street is one of the most famous and busiest shopping streets in downtown Beijing. This largely pedestrianised area attracts an estimated 600,000 visitors on a daily basis. And most of them are using their smartphones. It’s no surprise then that this became one of the first locations for metro cell deployment in China.

CCS (Cambridge Communication Systems Limited), creator of the world’s first self-organising small cell microwave backhaul system for mobile networks, has won the Small Cell Backhaul Design and Technology Innovation category at the Small Cell Forum Industry Awards.

Point-to-Multipoint solutions are also part of the backhaul toolkit. CCS have been successful with their mesh based solution, which has a 270 degree line of sight approach and small form factor making this very easy to deploy.

Chinese operator China Mobile has deployed a self-organising small cell microwave backhaul system in its LTE network to provide improved coverage and capacity to subscribers in densely populated urban areas.

CCS (Cambridge Communication Systems Limited), developer of the world's first self-organising small cell microwave backhaul system for mobile devices, has announced that its service is in live deployment with China Mobile.

Chronos Technology and CCS have recently collaborated to perform an exhaustive range of packet and sync performance tests using the SyncWatch Solution and CCS microwave nodes. The testing was performed to evaluate and benchmark the CCS self-organising backhaul solution in preparation for a number of commercial small cell pilot deployments with global MNOs.

Watch as a CCS small cell backhaul unit is installed in under 15 mins by council lighting contractors. No frequency planning or time consuming alignment procedures were required, thus significantly reducing deployment complexity and installation time.

Cambridge Communication Systems Limited (CCS) today announced that it has raised over £1 million of investment to fund early stage deployments of its unique small-cell microwave backhaul system. The funding round was led by Cambridge Angels Founder Robert Sansom, who will become Chairman of CCS, and is backed by Cambridge Wireless Chairman David Cleevely as well as Imperial Innovations, Cambridge Angels and Cambridge Capital Group.

An exciting new Cambridge wireless company is set to revolutionise the way mobile phone operators cope with soaring traffic. Cambridge Communication System is set to announce a major fundraising, Business Weekly understands. While the business remains in stealth mode, it is understood to have impressive backing from Cambridge ArchAngels.

For London to offer genuinely world-class, LTE everywhere mobile broadband, it will require the installation of 70,000 small cells across the capital, including 2,000 nodes covering the Underground network by 2015. These findings will be presented by Picochip CTO Doug Pulley at the Bath Basestation conference, starting today.

On 4th July, 2011 in an article on Light Reading Mobile, Michelle Donegan highlighted CCS as one of three start-ups filling the technology gap for mobile operators who are planning to deploy LTE small cells.